Deadline to apply is August 26, 2022
Authority:
The Board of Directors is the legal authority for P.E.I. Literacy Alliance Inc. As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust and is responsible for the effective governance of the organization, which includes fiscal responsibility and strategic direction.
You would be required to:
- Be a representative of a member organization (if your organization is not a member yet, you can apply here https://peiliteracy.ca/members/)
- Be committed to our mission “to advance literacy for the people of Prince Edward Island”
- Attend and participate in quarterly board meetings
- Attend our Annual General Meeting
- Be willing to serve on board committees
- Support special events such as our annual fundraiser
- Have an understanding of board governance
- Remain informed on sector trends and the impact of literacy
As a Director you will:
- Bring your knowledge, skills, and diversity of perspective
- Approve policy and recommendations received from board committees and senior staff
- Review bylaws and policies
- Recommend bylaw and policy improvements to the membership
- Maintain confidentially
- Act in the best interest of the organization
- Participate in the development of our strategic plan
- Participate on board committees
- Approve and review our annual budget and financial statements
- Approve the hiring, evaluation, and release of the executive director
- Assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among the board, staff, and stakeholders
Terms of Service:
- 2-year term with potential to renew for an additional term up to a maximum of 3 two-year terms.
Deadline to apply:
August 26, 2022
How to apply:
Please send cover letter and resume to jinny@peiliteracy.ca
